Newshttps://www.autosteel.org/feeds/autosteelnewsfeedAISI Feeden{4BEDDB73-B56E-45C1-B101-799D84B0E8CF}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/honda-awarded-advanced-high-strength-steel-innovationHonda Awarded For Advanced High-Strength Steel Innovation At 18th Annual Great Designs In Steel SeminarHonda designed an all-new chassis for the 2018 Odyssey, based on the platform used in light duty trucks to maximize maneuverability and steering ease. Wed, 16 May 2018 13:18:37 -0400{2E9B7747-D2AC-4DFC-837D-C37767D10657}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/asp-award-recognition-30-anniversaryAuto/Steel Partnership Recognizes Members For Their Significant Contributions At 30th Anniversary CelebrationThe Auto/Steel Partnership (A/SP) recognized individuals within the Partnership at an exclusive 30th anniversary celebration.Fri, 27 Apr 2018 11:27:27 -0400{1B000D19-24C7-4A6C-96A8-AFC49EC0A5CA}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---wvu-research-team-earns-top-honors-for-bridge-construction-systemWest Virginia University-Led Research Team Earns Top Honors for Bridge Construction System | WVU Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources NewsSSSBA bridge expert Prof. Karl Barth and his team won an award for technological advancement at NASCC for developing the PBTG system and the Cannelville Road Bridge project. Wed, 11 Apr 2018 10:57:04 -0400{C52A0DA9-0E0E-4C76-AA19-2D1249E26A72}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---cfsei-announces-program-for-2018-expoCFSEI Announces Program for 2018 ExpoA special conference rate for hotel reservations at the Wyndham San Diego Bayside Hotel is available through April 14, 2018. Mon, 09 Apr 2018 10:14:56 -0400{28B17442-51FD-47BF-A7E8-C7D1EBD27DE2}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---cfsei-to-host-webinar-on-astc-ratings-and-cfsCFSEI to Host Webinar on Apparent Sound Transmission Class Ratings and Cold-Formed Steel on April 26, 2018The webinar will help architects, engineers, building officials and contractors learn more about these requirements and will award 1.5 PDHs. Mon, 26 Mar 2018 09:44:44 -0400{D49BFA1B-D9DF-4F84-99EA-BBE0A5B22B4D}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---aisi-publishes-new-report-on-thermal-analysisAISI Publishes New Report on Thermal Analysis of Cold-Formed Steel Wall AssembliesThe research findings will support the development of a calculation methodology for determining the U-factors and R-values for wall assemblies containing cold-formed steel. Tue, 20 Mar 2018 09:05:39 -0400{63030F64-C9FF-412C-AB40-B33C5B0B48C4}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---sti-publishes-sp001-6th-editionSTI Publishes SP001 6th EditionAfter two years of study and revision, the Steel Tank Institute published SP001, "Standard for the Inspection of Aboveground Storage Tanks, 6th Edition." Fri, 09 Mar 2018 09:45:45 -0500{524EF627-2217-458A-9A4E-73BEA1405C91}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---sji-announces-new-webinar-on-design-of-steel-deckSteel Joist Institute Announces New Webinar on Design of Steel Deck for Concentrated and Non-Uniform Loading The webinar will be held in partnership with the Steel Deck Institute on March 21 from 11 am to 12:15 pm EDT, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session.Wed, 07 Mar 2018 10:54:22 -0500{3AF3A5A1-5CBF-44F8-8E08-11736FFB3A27}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---nine-companies-become-new-members-of-mcaNine Companies Become New Members of the Metal Construction AssociationThe new members join more than 90 other manufacturers and suppliers dedicated to expanding and developing the metal construction industry through MCA. Wed, 07 Mar 2018 10:32:39 -0500{F315CC10-D7B0-483B-BB27-9B99CCDAE331}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---cfsei-publishes-new-technical-note---hollow-core-concreteCFSEI Publishes New Technical Note on the Attachment of Cold-Formed Steel Framing to Precast, Post-Tensioned and Hollow-Core ConcreteTech Note F502-18 is the latest in CFSEI's series of instructional documents on topics related to cold-formed steel framing for commercial and residential construction. Tue, 27 Feb 2018 09:15:14 -0500{DADFDE0B-1090-4083-BA05-9C59C1EE5FD8}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---jonathan-humble-named-to-college-of-fellowsJonathan Humble is Named to the College of Fellows of the American Institute of ArchitectsRecipients are selected by the AIA's Jury of Fellows for their notable contributions to the advancement of the profession of architecture.Mon, 26 Feb 2018 08:51:59 -0500{83948EF5-C46E-4C2F-B826-E81FEC9DE2D1}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---scott-moffatt-honored-by-mca-with-patrick-bush-awardScott Moffatt Honored by Metal Construction Association (MCA) with Patrick R. Bush Volunteer Service AwardThe award was created in honor of longtime MCA board member Pat Bush and recognizes those who have made significant contributions to MCA and the metal construction industry. Thu, 22 Feb 2018 09:43:49 -0500{4160E9D2-EECC-4875-A161-D61ED0F0CC59}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---new-insulated-metal-panels-selection-guideNew Insulated Metal Panels Selection Guide Available for Architects and Specifiers The guide is available on MCA's website and features detailed specifications performance data, diagrams and photos that advise the user on panel selection. Wed, 21 Feb 2018 16:29:39 -0500{574B7171-1F46-419E-A15D-6A12E5588B45}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---cfsei-launches-video-series-to-answer-faqs-about-cfsfCFSEI Launches Video Series to Answer Frequently Asked Questions About Cold-Formed Steel Framing Twelve short technical videos addressing individual questions are currently posted on http://www.cfsei.org. Tue, 20 Feb 2018 09:11:58 -0500{08304147-F75B-4512-A434-33A601DC81E2}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---cfsei-accepting-entries-for-2018-awards-programCFSEI Accepting Entries for 2018 Awards Program Through March 30Award nominations are being accepted for Design Excellence, Innovative Detail and the John P. Matsen Award for Distinguished Service.Tue, 13 Feb 2018 09:37:20 -0500{762E6754-CA40-4092-AF39-F9280AC5D225}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---sssba-releases-two-new-video-webinarsShort Span Steel Bridge Alliance Releases Two New Video WebinarsThe video webinars cover "Simple Span Bridge Design With eSPAN140" and "Historical Life Cycle Costs of Steel and Concrete Girder Bridges."Wed, 07 Feb 2018 14:28:26 -0500{DB3EFD9A-C9B6-4103-A2CE-12CA8424E506}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---2018-cfsei-expo-to-be-held-may-15-16-in-san-diego2018 CFSEI Expo to be Held May 15-16 in San Diego, CaliforniaThe event is designed for architects, builders/contractors and engineers, with an educational program for both skilled cold-formed steel framing pros as well as newcomers. Wed, 07 Feb 2018 11:00:26 -0500{9ED4B0BC-256F-4E32-99B4-BE7D0A66562C}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---mca-honors-eight-outstanding-bldg-designsMetal Construction Association Honors Eight Outstanding Building DesignsMCA recognized these exceptional projects with its 2017 Chairman's Awards. Thu, 25 Jan 2018 11:01:58 -0500{6F803B00-CCFE-46DB-9B22-7B1533A372E6}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---sji-offers-first-webinar-of-2018Steel Joist Institute Announces the First Webinar of 2018 on New Methods for Ponding Analysis of Open Web Steel Joist RoofsThe webinar will take place on February 21, 2018 from 3:00-4:15 p.m. EST, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session. <br/>Thu, 25 Jan 2018 10:01:24 -0500{58EDA18D-91CF-43BC-B587-28C472AD9C7B}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---2018-top-roofing-color-trends2018 Top Roofing Color Trends of the Year: It's IntenseMetal roofing provides more color options than any other roofing type and sets the tone for the latest in homeowner style preferences. Wed, 10 Jan 2018 15:29:20 -0500{686132CB-2F94-47B9-8C8A-AB4D6230BEB4}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/automotive---automotive-leaders-and-innovators-recognized-for-steel-advocacy-at-the-2019-naiasAutomotive Leaders & Innovators Recognized for Steel Advocacy at the 2019 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS)The Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI) presented three awards to outstanding automotive industry leaders who advocate for the use of steel in automotive applications.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{9BFDC66D-9BEC-48FD-AC52-397299D3A0FB}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/automotive---2019-nactoy-winners-made-stronger-with-steel2019 NACTOY Winners Made Stronger With SteelThe 2019 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) kicked off this morning with the announcement of the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) Awards.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{F0A3836C-0162-4BBD-B545-8417575E3BA3}https://www.autosteel.org/autosteel_org/document-types/news/steel-intensive-vehicles-impression-2018Newly Unveiled Steel Intensive Vehicles Make An Impression In 2018Many 2019 model year vehicles introduced in 2018 share a common attribute: an advanced high-strength steel (AHSS) structure.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{B2EBFB5F-686D-4925-AD61-D40BB40AF1C0}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/smdi-sponsors-2018-texas-auto-writers-association-texas-truck-rodeoSMDI Sponsors Texas Auto Writer Association’s Texas Truck RodeoFor the fifth consecutive year, the Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI) is the title sponsor of the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) Texas Truck Rodeo.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{CDC590FA-C3AC-4ABE-A3DF-2DA623C436BA}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/consumers-continue-trust-prefer-high-strength-steel-cars-trucks-suvsConsumers Continue To Overwhelmingly Trust And Prefer High Strength Steel For Cars, Trucks & SUVsSecond study confirms OEMs increased use of advanced high-strength and ultra high-strength steelWed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{F3331667-334E-4568-A414-26DC0E5162A6}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/long-products-bar-steel-technology-roadmapLong Products Market Development Group Releases Bar Steel Products Technology RoadmapThe Long Products Market Development Group (LPMDG) of the Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI), announced today the addition of bar steel products to its 2016 Steel Industry Technology Roadmap for Automotive. Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{0EC2816F-EBF6-4FCA-ACDB-E8B0575B48E1}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/automotive---auto-ghgLightweighting with Advanced High-Strength Steel Produces Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions than Lightweighting with AluminumPeer-reviewed study examines the overall environmental impact of vehicle lightweighting using advanced high-strength steel (AHSS) compared with aluminum.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{99948CBA-5DD7-480C-80B2-2333DA8E1337}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/chicago-auto-show-media-previewChicago Auto Show Announced the Second Annual "What Drives Her" Industry Networking Event The Chicago Auto Show announced the second annual "What Drives Her" industry networking event and panel discussion to be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 – the Chicago Auto Show's final Media Preview day.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{2D6DC24A-7C00-48EF-BBEA-B1F6AFE3136C}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/new-pickups-leave-ford-on-aluminum-islandNew Pickups Leave Ford on Aluminum IslandFord Motor Co.'s switch to an aluminum body on the 2015 F-150 was revolutionary. The change, although costly, helped the automaker boost its share of the hugely profitable segment, post record transaction prices and increase its margin as America's full-size pickup leader over Chevrolet and Ram.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{67CC3DD6-FE4C-4D7E-8F64-77A2A52902FD}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/2018-detroit-autoshow-taking-a-peek-into-the-future2018 Detroit Auto Show: Taking a Peek into the FutureA Girls Guide to Cars attends the Detroit Auto Show every year to get a handle on what to look for throughout the year. Home to the Big Three car makers –General Motors, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Ford– the entire industry Detroit comes together to see new models revealed with lots of lights and magic.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{B3602380-A85E-46B7-9C9B-E4F3B1A2A7D4}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/steel-advocates-recognized-for-driving-automotive-innovation-2018-naiasSteel Advocates Recognized For Driving Automotive Innovation At The 2018 North American International Auto ShowThe Steel Market Development Institute today presented the annual Industry Innovator and Community Hero awards to two distinguished honorees who are championing the use of advanced high-strength steel (AHSS).Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{FCFAA6D6-ED7E-4AAE-B03A-96A0054DB007}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/gm-dodge-trucks-will-stick-with-steelGM Dodge Trucks Will Stick With SteelMinnesota's Iron Range received some good news out of Detroit this week when Fiat Chrysler announced it would continue making its Dodge Ram truck bodies out of steel Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{90F0EE01-2686-48DC-A998-A48272552AEF}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/steel-industry-assures-of-its-importance-in-autosSteel Industry Assures Of Its Importance In Autos, Sustainable Client Base At NAIASRegulations might be restricting targeted automakers, but the steel industry considers itself a beneficiary of heightened expectations. Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{D784C7B8-C18D-4A95-93FE-6A7DD30685EB}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/high-strength-steel-launch-2019-ram-1500High-Strength Steel On Display With Launch Of All-New 2019 Ram 1500Interactive steel display featured in Ram exhibit at the 2018 North American International Auto ShowWed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{56D26D91-E5A3-46BA-9415-369599D3EBD6}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/ford-aims-ranger-at-pickup-buyers-who-want-smaller-simpler-packageFord aims Ranger at pickup buyers who want smaller, simpler packageThe latest Ranger has a mostly steel body, rugged axles from Dana Inc. and an exterior design similar to its larger F-series counterparts. Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{B295A886-0C86-45BE-A785-E8EEB727E882}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/use-of-advanced-high-strength-steel-higher-than-predicted-in-2017Use of advanced high-strength steel higher than predicted in 2017With more than 60 steel-intensive vehicles being featured at auto shows in 2017, the Steel Market Development Institute noted last week that use of advanced high-strength steel (AHSS) has been 10 percent higher than predicted in each of the last four years. Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{C2A26232-C725-4B24-91E0-3259186494C6}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/steel-intensive-vehicles-dominate-major-auto-show-debuts-2017Steel-Intensive Vehicles Dominate Major Auto Show Debuts in 2017More than 60 steel-intensive vehicles have debuted at major automotive shows across the country in 2017. These vehicles represent every major vehicle segment and size, including the high-demand SUV and CUV market.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{3AD5B03F-F4B6-477F-9848-2E954864A7E9}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/construction---cfsei-to-host-webinar-on-change-orders-and-cfsCFSEI to Host Webinar on Change Orders and Cold-Formed Steel on February 22, 2018The webinar is designed for architects, engineers, building officials and contractors, and awards 1.5 PDHs. Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{29DA65A6-B295-43A4-9172-C83089B16829}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2018/oldcopy-steelintensivevehiclesimpression2018Newly Unveiled Steel Intensive Vehicles Make An Impression In 2018Many 2019 model year vehicles introduced in 2018 share a common attribute: an advanced high-strength steel (AHSS) structure.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:58:03 -0500{8C49B620-8651-4B8A-BE8C-90274090B7FE}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/construction---mca-announces-2017-triumph-awards-winnersMCA Announces 2017 Triumph Awards WinnersThe Metal Construction Association announces this year's metal construction industry superstars. Wed, 20 Dec 2017 14:53:56 -0500{B7ECE94B-4814-44CE-8EEA-6EF35A5E506D}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/construction---ccfss-issues-call-for-papers-for-int-spec-conference-2CCFSS Issues Call for Papers for 2018 International Specialty ConferenceAbstract submissions are due by December 31, 2017.Tue, 19 Dec 2017 15:09:54 -0500{100AE8F4-0592-40BA-9912-1D1B108BF6BD}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/construction---cfsei-to-host-webinar-on-designing-curved-facadesCFSEI to Host Webinar on Designing Curved Facades With Cold-Formed Steel on December 7, 2017The webinar is designed for architects, engineers, building officials and contractors and awards 1.5 PDHs. Mon, 27 Nov 2017 09:36:51 -0500{C53CC9E2-DF1D-4F70-9309-DDB539874679}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/construction---sji-to-host-webinar-on-ethics-laws-and-regulations-on-december-6Steel Joist Institute Announces the Final Webinar of 2017 on Ethics, Laws and RegulationsThe webinar will be held in partnership with Stites & Harbison, PLLC on December 6, 2017 beginning at 3 pm EST and awards 0.20 CEUs or 2.0 PDHs. Wed, 22 Nov 2017 10:45:03 -0500{033FB36B-199C-4072-9402-318EBB718E31}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/steel-industry-releases-guide-to-leed-v4-certificationSteel Industry Releases Guide to LEED v4 CertificationThe guidewill help construction professionals understand how steel products can earn points toward LEED v4 certification. Tue, 07 Nov 2017 14:59:26 -0500{DB773966-4F65-4141-8C31-FB0982908FA0}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/construction---steel-industry-releases-guide-to-leed-v4-certificationSteel Industry Releases Guide To LEED v4 CertificationWASHINGTON, D.C. – The Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI) has released a guide to using steel construction products for the latest version...Thu, 05 Oct 2017 11:22:12 -0400{AFC83C6D-2CA3-41DA-B502-043B37BDAEC3}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/construction---cfsei-announces-2017-2018-executive-committee-membersCFSEI Announces 2017-2018 Executive Committee MembersCommittee members serve for two years and are responsible for developing and maintaining technology transfer activities related to cold-formed steel design. Thu, 05 Oct 2017 11:22:12 -0400{3F9C760D-C397-4F8E-96E6-07E7304F86C7}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/cfsei-to-host-webinar-on-structural-aspect-of-interior-nonstructural-cfs-framingCFSEI to Host Webinar on the Structural Aspect of Interior Nonstructural Cold-Formed Steel Framing on October 26, 2017The webinar is designed for architects, engineers, building officials and contractors and awards 1.5 PDHs. Tue, 03 Oct 2017 09:45:02 -0400{F64C4231-2375-4494-99A6-E57A47060616}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/construction---sji-presents-webinar-on-oct-18Steel Joist Institute Presents Part One of "Evaluation and Modification of Open Web Steel Joists and Joist Girders" WebinarThe webinar will be held on October 18, 2017 and awards 0.15 CEUs or 1.5 PDHs. Tue, 26 Sep 2017 15:27:47 -0400{20220F7A-3C56-4A50-B0C5-DA9C7F378982}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/construction---new-data-from-mraNew Data From the Metal Roofing Alliance: Residential Metal Market Share Jumps to 14% in North AmericaThe total market share of metal roofing grew from 11% in 2015 to 14% in 2016 according to Dodge Data & Analytics.Tue, 26 Sep 2017 12:19:26 -0400{81E016E4-9149-4E3A-8366-9715A5FE6209}https://www.autosteel.org/global/document-types/news/2017/construction---sji-announces-2017-design-award-winnersSteel Joist Institute Announces 2017 Design Award WinnersThe awards were presented in three categories: industrial, non-industrial and unique. Thu, 24 Aug 2017 11:06:49 -0400